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Key people at Redbud.vc.
Redbud VC is a pre-seed venture capital firm, investing in early-stage technology companies. Serving as the initial institutional investor, it provides capital and robust operational support from seasoned operators. The firm mitigates startup hurdles with hands-on guidance, accelerating growth for its emerging tech ventures.
Established in 2023 by serial entrepreneurs Willy Schlacks, Brett Calhoun, and Jabbok Schlacks, Redbud VC arose from scaling a major tech company in Columbia, Missouri. Their insight recognized the need for investors championing non-traditional founder backgrounds, offering empathetic, practical support reflecting their own startup journey.
The firm primarily backs global tech founders strengthened by struggle, including first-time entrepreneurs and those with Midwest ties. Redbud VC’s vision nurtures generational tech companies, addressing critical problems and forging new markets. It builds an enduring venture brand from its Midwest base, empowering founders universally.
Key people at Redbud.vc.
Redbud VC is a pre-seed venture capital firm, investing in early-stage technology companies. Serving as the initial institutional investor, it provides capital and robust operational support from seasoned operators. The firm mitigates startup hurdles with hands-on guidance, accelerating growth for its emerging tech ventures.
Established in 2023 by serial entrepreneurs Willy Schlacks, Brett Calhoun, and Jabbok Schlacks, Redbud VC arose from scaling a major tech company in Columbia, Missouri. Their insight recognized the need for investors championing non-traditional founder backgrounds, offering empathetic, practical support reflecting their own startup journey.
The firm primarily backs global tech founders strengthened by struggle, including first-time entrepreneurs and those with Midwest ties. Redbud VC’s vision nurtures generational tech companies, addressing critical problems and forging new markets. It builds an enduring venture brand from its Midwest base, empowering founders universally.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15, 2026 | RouteSense | $2.0M Pre-Seed | Redbud VC | Cultivation Capital, Far Out Ventures, Service Provider Capital, University of Missouri |
| Sep 1, 2025 | Trially | $5.0M Seed | Flyover Capital | High Alpha, Alpaca VC, Atria Ventures, Blu Ventures, Gaingels, Looking Glass Capital, Redbud VC, The Council |
| Jul 14, 2025 | Asepha | $4.0M Seed | Edwin Loredo | Front Row Round, MGV, Panache Ventures, Redbud VC, Ripple Ventures |
